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Magic: The Gathering head designer reveals Mood Swings, a new card game 28 years in the making
Magic: The Gathering head designer Mark Rosewater has revealed 'Mood Swings,' a new card game he has been developing for 28 years. This new game uses a similar five-color system to Magic: The Gathering but is designed to be much simpler and quicker to play, with matches lasting only 5-10 minutes.
Wizards of the Coast Announces New TCG Mood Swings Coming To Secret Lair
Wizards of the Coast has announced a new standalone trading card game called Mood Swings, designed by Magic: The Gathering Head Designer Mark Rosewater. The game aims for approachability with a pre-built deck system, offering a fast-paced, light strategy experience for two to four players. Mood Swings will be available on June 1st for $24.99 exclusively through the Secret Lair website.
After 30 Years In Development, Magic: The Gathering Legend Reveals His Next Card Game
Mark Rosewater, lead designer for Magic: The Gathering, has officially unveiled his new trading card game, Mood Swings. Rosewater, who has worked on Magic: The Gathering for over 30 years, aims for Mood Swings to be a more accessible TCG. The game will launch on June 1 exclusively through the Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair website, featuring a single 45-card deck with over 100 cards available at launch.
Amazon pilots playable game demos on Twitch
Amazon is testing a new feature on Twitch that allows users to play game demos directly through the streaming platform without downloading them. The test involved a 20-minute demo of Tarsier Studios' Reanimal, utilizing cloud-based streaming technology. Separately, developers at Wizards of the Coast, a subsidiary of Hasbro, have announced plans to unionize with the Communications Workers of America, citing concerns over layoffs, remote work, and transparency.
Magic: The Gathering Arena devs announce plans to unionise
A supermajority of Magic: The Gathering Arena developers at Wizards of the Coast, a subsidiary of Hasbro, have announced plans to unionize with the Communications Workers of America (CWA). This marks the first known unionization effort at Wizards of the Coast, driven by concerns over layoffs, remote work policies, and mandatory crunch. The workers are seeking protections against layoffs, safeguards for generative AI, and increased transparency and equity.
Best Android Card Games – Updated!
This guide highlights the best card games available on Android devices, ranging from traditional TCGs to unique indie titles. Featured games include Balatro, Magic the Gathering: Arena, GWENT, Slay The Spire, Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel, Legends of Runeterra, and more, each offering distinct gameplay experiences for mobile players.
Magic: The Gathering Arena developers intend to form a union with the CWA
Developers at Wizards of the Coast, makers of Magic: The Gathering Arena, are organizing to form a union with the Communications Workers of America (CWA). The union has filed for an election with the National Labor Relations Board, citing concerns over layoffs, wages, remote work policies, and workplace transparency. This effort follows similar unionization drives within the broader video game industry.
"This isn’t just something that affects Wizards of the Coast" - Magic: the Gathering Arena team vote to unionise for protection against layoffs, genAI and forced crunch
Developers of Magic: The Gathering Arena at Wizards of the Coast are organizing to unionize with the Communications Workers of America (CWA). The union aims to secure better protections against layoffs, address generative AI usage, and prevent mandatory crunch. This move follows similar unionization efforts in the gaming industry and aims to give workers more say in workplace conditions and equity.
Magic: The Gathering Arena Developers Announce Official United Wizards of the Coast Worker's Union.
Developers of Magic: The Gathering Arena have announced the formation of the United Wizards of the Coast union, affiliated with the Communications Workers of America. The union has formally requested voluntary recognition from Wizards of the Coast and Hasbro, citing concerns over worker well-being, equity, AI usage, workload sustainability, and job security. The company has until May 1, 2026, to respond.
Magic: The Gathering Arena staff unionize with CWA, citing forced RTO, AI use, and crunch culture
Over one hundred Wizards of the Coast employees working on Magic: The Gathering Arena have formed a union called United Wizards of the Coast, partnering with the Communications Workers of America. The union cites issues such as forced return-to-office mandates, pay discrepancies, forced AI use, and crunch culture as reasons for organizing. This effort is part of a growing trend of unionization within the gaming industry.
Magic: The Gathering Arena devs are unionizing to deliver genAI and layoff protections
Developers of Magic: The Gathering Arena at Wizards of the Coast are seeking to unionize under the Communications Workers of America. The group, calling themselves United Wizards of the Coast—CWA, has requested voluntary recognition from Wizards of the Coast and its parent company Hasbro. They are seeking protections regarding layoffs, remote work, workloads, career pathways, and the use of generative AI tools.
Dungeons & Dragons Unearthed Arcana Villainous Options 2 Introduces More Sinister Subclasses
Wizards of the Coast has released Unearthed Arcana Villainous Options 2 for Dungeons & Dragons 5.5e, introducing three new evil-themed subclasses: the Barbarian Path of Lament, the Warrior of Venom Monk, and the Primordial Patron Warlock. The playtest material is available on D&D Beyond, with a feedback survey scheduled for April 30.
The best possible fantasy author is writing a dark, tragic prequel novel for our beloved Baldur's Gate 3 boy…
Wizards of the Coast and Random House Worlds have announced an official prequel novel for Baldur's Gate 3's character Astarion, titled Baldur's Gate 3: Astarion, set to release in September. The novel is being written by author T. Kingfisher, known for her work on themes of abuse and trauma, and the audiobook version will be narrated by Astarion's voice actor, Neil Newbon.
The Hard-to-Find Secrets of Strixhaven MTG Commander Decks Are Finally Back in Stock
The highly sought-after Secrets of Strixhaven Commander decks for Magic: The Gathering are now back in stock on Amazon. These popular decks, previously difficult to find, are available at a discounted price, making them accessible to fans again.
Secrets of Strixhaven Impressions – Schools, Mechanics & First Impressions
Secrets of Strixhaven, the upcoming Magic: The Gathering set, offers a return to the Strixhaven University setting with a focus on five distinct schools: Silverquill, Prismari, Witherbloom, Lorehold, and Quandrix. The set introduces new mechanics like 'Prepared' and 'Increment,' and features unique prerelease boxes designed to guide players in deck building. The author shares impressions from a prerelease event, highlighting the gameplay experiences with different schools and mechanics.
SILKROAD Project Unveils New Gameplay Trailer, Showcasing Fast-Paced Dual-Character Combat and Guesthouse Management
The solo-developed action game SILKROAD Project has released its first major gameplay trailer, showcasing its blend of fast-paced dual-character combat and guesthouse management. The trailer highlights the game's unique loop of stylish battles and the simulation aspects of running a caravanserai, including mini-games inspired by classic gameplay concepts.
Magic: The Gathering's next wizard university set feels like going back to school, because we sure are going to…
The upcoming Magic: The Gathering set, Secrets of Strixhaven, focuses on its five distinct colleges, each with a unique keyword mechanic. These mechanics include Infusion for Witherbloom, Opus for Prismari, Increment for Quandrix, Flashback for Lorehold, and Repartee for Silverquill. The set is scheduled to release on PC via Arena on April 21 and for tabletop on April 24.
The voices of Astarion and Lae’zel Are reuniting for an official D&D show called Dungeon Masters
Baldur's Gate 3 voice actors Neil Newbon and Devora Wilde are starring in Wizards of the Coast's new official Dungeons & Dragons actual play series, Dungeon Masters. The show, launching April 22 on YouTube, will feature unreleased D&D content and aims to replicate the excitement of live D&D sessions.
Wizards of the Coast's official D&D actual-play series will feature Neil Newbon and Devora Wilde from…
Wizards of the Coast is launching a new official Dungeons & Dragons actual-play series titled Dungeon Masters, featuring actors Neil Newbon and Devora Wilde from Baldur's Gate 3. This anthology series will tie directly into upcoming D&D releases, starting with a gothic-horror campaign set in Ravenloft. Each episode will include a free play-along pack with encounters and monster stats.
Dungeon Masters Is Wizards of the Coast’s New Official Dungeons and Dragons Actual Play Series
Wizards of the Coast has announced a new official Dungeons and Dragons actual play series titled Dungeon Masters, premiering on YouTube on April 22nd. The series will feature unreleased D&D content, with a cast including Jasmine Bhullar, Mayanna Berrin, Christian Navarro, Neil Newbon, and Devora Wilde. SVP Dan Ayoub stated the show is a "love letter to actual play shows" and aims to showcase official source material.
